2011 BMW X5 vs 2012 BMW X5
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW X5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 263 | 271 |
| Recall campaigns | 14 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 321 | 279 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 15 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 71,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X5 | BMW X5 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 110 | 92 |
| Air Bags | 67 | 83 |
| Power Train | 58 | 53 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 36 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 29 |
| Steering | 18 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 30 | 18 |
| Overheating | 19 | 12 |
| Stalling | 18 | 17 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2011 BMW X5
2012 BMW X5
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.